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<p>Amy Barrett, who was raped by her father, said it is important "for victims to feel that they're in control".<br/> File Picture: Courtpix</p>
Specialist training to support victims in sexual violence cases
Helen McEntee’s initiative calls for specialist training for judges, lawyers, gardaí and others working with victims of sexual crime

Thu, 29 Oct, 2020

<p>The campaign aims to highlight that a 5km travel restriction does not apply for victims of domestic abuse when accessing support services. File picture. </p>
Domestic violence concerns under Level 5 sees resumption of 'Still Here' campaign
Level 5 restrictions have seen the resumption of a domestic violence awareness campaign.

Tue, 27 Oct, 2020

<p>Only two of the 187 sex offenders jailed last year got sentences of 15-20 years.</p>
Almost a third of sex offenders jailed got terms of two years and less
IPS figures show out of 187, only two received sentences of 15-20 years

Tue, 06 Oct, 2020

<p>Justice minister Helen McEntee: As a new minister and indeed as a young woman, I’m determined to use this office to drive for real and substantial change in relation to sexual violence. File picture: Brian Lawless/PA Wire</p>
Justice minister promised to 'urgently' prioritise fighting sexual violence in Ireland 
Justice Minister Helen McEntee said that she intends to bring a comprehensive implementation plan for the recently published O'Malley Review

Mon, 07 Sep, 2020

<p>Dublin Rape Crisis Centre report "vividly illustrates the significant problem of sexual violence we still face in Ireland", says Minister Helen McEntee. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins</p>
Demand is increasing for rape crisis centre's services
14,159 calls were received by the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre's (DRCC) helpline last year, with the numbers seeking counselling also increasing.

Mon, 07 Sep, 2020

<p>There are concerns it has been even more difficult for victims to access support services during lockdown. Picture: File photo</p>
Cork charity says homeless women being sexually assaulted 'in plain sight'
A homeless charity says some young women are getting into relationships with older men to stop them being sexually assaulted on the streets of Cork. There are concerns many victims are afraid to come forward over fears they will suffer further abuse.

Fri, 07 Aug, 2020

Pictured at Government Buildings today are the Minister for Justice & Equality, Helen McEntee TD, and Mr Tom O’Malley of NUI Galway, as they launch the O’Malley Review of Protections for Vulnerable Witnesses in the Investigation and Prosecution of Sexual Offences. Photograph: Sam Boal / Photocall Ireland
Report on sexual assault witness protection deemed "a piece of window dressing"
“It doesn’t go far enough to ensure that people are getting real justice," Linda Hayden, founder of the Victim's Alliance said.

Thu, 06 Aug, 2020

Minister for Justice & Equality, Helen McEntee TD, and Mr Tom O’Malley of NUI Galway, as they launch the O’Malley Review of Protections for Vulnerable Witnesses in the Investigation and Prosecution of Sexual Offences. Picture: Sam Boal / Photocall Ireland
Naming of sexual assault victims online is 'of great concern'
The O'Malley Review of Protections for Vulnerable Witnesses in the Investigation and Prosecution of Sexual Offences was published yesterday and contained 50 recommendations on how sexual offence trials such be approached.

Thu, 06 Aug, 2020

Justice & Equality Minister, Helen McEntee , and Mr Tom O’Malley of NUI Galway, as they launch the O’Malley Review of Protections for Vulnerable Witnesses in the Investigation and Prosecution of Sexual Offences. Picture: Sam Boal/Photocall Ireland
More needs to be done to stop naming of sexual violence victims online
The spreading of the names of victims of sexual violence on social media is "of great concern", the author of a review into sexual offence trials has said.

Thu, 06 Aug, 2020

Noeline Blackwell, CEO of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre. Picture Andres Poveda
CEO of Dublin Rape Crisis Centre welcomes recommendation of pre-trial hearings in sex crime cases
The CEO of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, Noeline Blackwell has welcomed the recommendation of pre-trial hearings in sex crime cases at which “side issues” could be addressed. An expert group appointed by government after the 2018 Belfast rape trial .

Thu, 06 Aug, 2020

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Report recommends anonymity of victims and defendants in sexual crimes
Suspects charged with sexual crimes should be granted anonymity unless and until they are convicted, according to a new report. It is one of the recommendations from a review of protections given to vulnerable witnesses in such cases.

Thu, 06 Aug, 2020

Noeline Blackwell from the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre said the victim should feel safe in her home. File photo: Lensmen
Breach of trust justifies 11-year sentence for healthcare assistant, says rape crisis centre
The 11-year sentence of a healthcare assistant after raping a pensioner at a nursing home is justified due to the breach in trust, according to the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre.

Fri, 31 Jul, 2020

Minister for higher education Simon Harris says his department is taking the issue of sexual harassment at universities and colleges "extremely seriously". File Picture.
Simon Harris to consider fining colleges who don't act on sexual harassment
Colleges that fail to take action to eliminate sexual assaults on campus could see their funding cut, higher education minister Simon Harris has warned.

Mon, 27 Jul, 2020

<p>Ruth Hunter, who says she felt forced to leave the stand-up scene due to the abuse, compiled the code with a legal researcher. Picture: Pexels</p>
Code of conduct to tackle abuse and discrimination on comedy scene in Ireland
“Endemic” sexual abuse and discrimination in Irish comedy will be challenged through a new code of conduct and consent workshops after allegations of rape, sexual assault and harassment were made against figures in the industry.

Fri, 17 Jul, 2020

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Accounts sexualising images of girls in school uniform suspended by Twitter after highlighted by Irish Examiner 
Almost 20 more accounts sexualising images of girls and teenagers in school uniform were suspended by Twitter after they were reported by the Irish Examiner.

Fri, 10 Jul, 2020

Sexual assaults soar by 42% over last year

SEXUAL assaults, shootings and theft against the person cases have jumped in the third quarter of this year, compared to the same period in 2002, new statistics released yesterday show.

Fri, 24 Oct, 2003

DRCC anniversary - Lack of confidence in legal system

While the philosophy expounded by a senior judge that offenders should pay victims of rape and other crimes compensation would be generally endorsed, it is a concept basically defective in regard to rape.

Tue, 11 Oct, 2005

Rape Crisis Centre warns Junior Cert girls to be alert during celebrations

TEENAGE girls are most at risk during Junior Cert celebrations, the Rape Crisis Centre has warned.

Wed, 11 Sep, 2002

Crime wave - Gun-toting criminals deserve jail

THE dramatic rise in gun crime and sexual offences, alarming trends highlighted in the latest figures from the gardaí, are a cause of grave concern for society.

Thu, 29 Jul, 2004

Rape helpline calls up to 12,000

CALLS to the country’s only 24-hour rape crisis helpline increased by almost half in the past two years, leaving services for victims of sexual violence struggling to keep up with demand.

Tue, 27 May, 2003

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